Dawn was born and raised with strong family roots in Cleveland, Ohio. There she met her high school sweetheart, Mike, whom she has been married to for 32 years. She has been a dedicated stay-at-home mom to three daughters Stephanie, Sophia, and Victoria, who are all D1 collegiate volleyball athletes. Dawn and her family consider the gym their second home, having spent 15+ years on volleyball courts for training and tournaments. Dawn herself enjoys high intensity training and has a strong passion for healthy and holistic living.

In 2008, Dawn’s family relocated to Nashville for her husband’s job. This unexpected change presented her with an opportunity to thrive in a new and exciting environment. It was through adapting to life in Nashville that she was able to reflect on her skills and pursue her calling as a doula. Although, the seeds of that desire were planted years earlier, after she helped her sister give birth. Being there to verbally coach and encourage her sister made Dawn realize how much she could have benefitted from having a doula when she birthed her own daughters. With so many unknowns and fears during labor, she went into each one feeling scared, not knowing what to expect. Looking back on her birthing experiences gave her a deep appreciation for what a doula can offer pregnant women and their partners.

With her family’s support, Dawn earned her doula certification through Harbor Birth Institute, and began coaching moms-to-be through her solo doula practice. She is trained in Spinning Babies techniques. (Don’t worry, she doesn’t actually spin babies.) Guided by her strong faith, Dawn feels blessed to be surrounded by the gift of life. She brings a caring and nurturing attitude to her clients and loves supporting and empowering women during labor. Getting partners involved is especially rewarding for Dawn. She has a natural talent for showing partners how to support mamas before, during, and after birth. She joined Nashville Doula Services in 2021.

Outside of her work as a doula, Dawn enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new destinations, gardening, and entertaining at home.

Certifications and Training:

  • Certified Birth Doula, HBI

  • Certified Body Ready Method Pro

  • Spinning Babies Trained

  • Gilligan's Guide Trained

  • Bundle Birth Nurses Trained

  • Adult & Infant CPR Certified